Inventory Manager - Parts Supply & Logistics

Everything we do starts with people.

Our human-centric focus is what makes us different from all other car companies, and it’s at the heart of everything we create. If you want to join us in our mission to make people’s lives less complicated, we offer you a chance to grow together with talented people who want to make a true difference.

About the position

As our Inventory Manager within PS&L, your focus will be to plan, structure and optimize to gain a systematic way to handle the day-to-day tasks within the area of Material Supply. You will be our connection between Supplier Relations & Demand Planning, ensuring deviations are taken care of in a timely and professional manner, to secure E2E parts availability.

To enjoy this position, you should prefer working within an environment where each day might bring unexpected situations where you have to be aware and prepared to take decision on the spot.

This position will give you the possibility to work in a broad and deep context, with several stakeholders and with different levels of challenges. Every problem is a challenge but also an opportunity for you; to make our customers life easier and hassle free.

If you recognize yourself in the above presentation and have knowledge about the different important areas within Supply Chain we are curious to get to know more about you!

What you will do

• Ensure optimized KPI´s are reached for responsible assortment & market (service levels, turnover rate and parts range etc ). To adjust forecast to ensure availability targets are met.
• Fulfill function PI(s) and tasks on time. Find out gaps and take actions.
• Find patterns in deviations/problems using an analytical approach as well as problem solving tools to find and eliminate root causes. 
• Continuous improvement of systems and processes within Logistics by creating or reviewing existing standard work.
• Manage Demand, Optimize Service, and Inventory
• Strategic Consequences analysis within the Logistic Area
• Work closely with stakeholders to evaluate influence on material stock, transportation, and supplier delivery.

Education and experiences

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain field, Engineering or equivalent
• 3 years’ experience working with Supply chain in an industrial setting.
• MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Power BI
• Ability to analyze data and translate it into actionable options.
• Experience from having worked in an international fast-paced setting.
• Experience in working with ERP systems, warehousing, and production planning process.
• Experienced in using Lean Problem-Solving tools and/or “Six Sigma” methodology.
• It is meritorious if you can handle and retrieve Data (structure & understanding, (via Python or other tools)

Like to know more and apply.

For questions regarding the position please contact Hiring Manger Marina Stanisic at, marina.stanisic@volvocars.com

For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Senior Recruiter Kristin Lövgren at, Kristin.lovgren@volvocars.com

You are welcome with your application no later than the 4th of May 2024.

Please note that we do not handle any application via mail due to GDPR.

Who are we?

Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. 

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.